Active SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · COUNTY OF SAN MATEO

    Library, Chaplaincy, and Jail Services

    Issued by County of San Mateo
    countyRFPCounty of San MateoSol. 277090
    Open · 17d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    17
    due Jul 31, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Jul 3, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    County of
    county
    NAICS CODE
    624190
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office requests proposals for library, chaplaincy, and jail services at two correctional facilities. The goal is to support justice-involved individuals during custody and prepare them for reentry. Evaluation includes service approach, qualifications, references, and pricing. Local business preferences apply.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    277090
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    open
    Level
    county
    Published Date
    July 3, 2026
    Due Date
    July 31, 2026
    NAICS Code
    624190AI guide
    Agency
    County of San Mateo

    Description

    The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office operates two adult correctional facilities in Redwood City: the Maguire Correctional Facility (MCF) and the Maple Street Correction Center (MSCC). The mission of the Corrections Division is to protect public safety, reduce recidivism, and improve the quality of life for those we serve by operating safe and secure correctional facilities.

    The Sheriff’s Office is committed to helping the incarcerated population during their time in custody and to preparing them to reenter the community. The Sheriff’s Office is requesting proposals from organizations that provide programs and other supportive services to the justice-involved population.

     

     

    Project Details

    • Reference ID: 2026-RFP-00580
    • Department: Sheriff's Office
    • Department Head: Kenneth Binder (Sheriff Elective)

    Important Dates

    • Questions Due: 2026-07-16T00:00:00.000Z
    • Pre-Proposal Meeting: 2026-07-14T17:00:00.000Z — Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251300883317772?p=Rsmwgc3nzORmOaUvgR Meeting ID: 251 300 883 317 772 Passcode: RZ2Kh3YH

    Evaluation Criteria

    • Project Approach: Library Services (15 pts)

      Did the Bidder provide an overview of how the organization will provide library services for 52 weeks per contract year?

      Did the Bidder address how this service area will be staffed, including work hours, location(s), and coverage for planned and unplanned absences?

      Did the Bidder include and explain the proposed activities for this service area?

      Did the Bidder include at least 1 performance measure for Library Services and describe a plan for how this measure will be tracked and reported?

    • Project Approach: Chaplaincy Services (15 pts)

      Did the Bidder provide an overview of how the organization will provide chaplaincy services for 52 weeks per contract year?

      Did the Bidder address how this service area will be staffed, including work hours, location(s), and coverage for planned and unplanned absences?

      Did the Bidder include and explain the proposed activities for this service area?

      Did the Bidder include at least 1 performance measure for Chaplaincy Services and describe a plan for how this measure will be tracked and reported?

    • Project Approach: Jail Services (15 pts)

      Did the Bidder provide an overview of how the organization will provide jail services for 52 weeks per contract year?

      Did the Bidder address how this service area will be staffed, including work hours, location(s), and coverage for planned and unplanned absences?

      Did the Bidder include and explain the proposed activities for this service area?

      Did the Bidder include at least 1 performance measure for Jail Services and describe a plan for how this measure will be tracked and reported?

    • Firm Qualifications (15 pts)

      Did the Bidder include background information and qualifications?

      Did the Bidder provide a brief description of the organization?

      Did the Bidder include at least 1 but not more than 3 projects conducted by the Bidder with contact information and details of the project?

      How applicable is the Bidder’s experience in delivering service(s) in correctional facilities or similar institutional settings?

      How extensive is Bidder’s experience working with incarcerated persons or justice-involved/justice-impacted people?

    • Team Qualifications (10 pts)

      Did the Bidder include a chart including team members and reporting structure, including the lead project manager, the role each person will play in the project, including service area(s), and the total number of hours each person will work?

      Did the Bidder provide a brief description of the experience and qualifications of the project team members, including short resumes if desired?

      How well do the qualifications and relevant experience of the key personnel assigned to this project align with the scope of work outlined in this RFP?

    • References (5 pts)

      Did the Bidder provide 3 references of recent clients, including the name, address, and telephone number for each reference (preferably other public agencies)?

    • Price (25 pts)

      Did the Bidder complete the Pricing Proposal template for Years 1-3?

      Did each Line Item specify the Unit Type, Unit Cost, and Quantity?

      If the Bidder provided additional pricing options (e.g., fixed monthly fees) as optional alternatives, did they respond to the baseline structure of the pricing proposal? 

      (Note: Failure to use the Pricing Proposal template provided, or modification of it, may result in rejection of the entire proposal.)

    • Preferential Points (10 pts)

      Where price is not the sole evaluation factor for a solicitation (e.g., in the case of a "best-value" solicitation), five percent (5%) of the total evaluation points otherwise awardable will be added to the proposal score for each Local Business or Local Non-Profit score for evaluation purposes. In the event of a tie between a Local Business or Local Non-Profit and another bidder, the Local Business or Non-Profit shall be awarded the Contract, assuming agreement on other contract terms.

      An additional three percent (3%) preference shall be given to a Local Business or Local Non-profit (for a total of eight percent (8%) of total points otherwise awardable) if the proposer is a Small Business or Small Non-Profit, or an additional 5 percent preference (for a total of ten percent (10%) of total points otherwise awardable) if the proposer is a Micro Business or Micro Non-Profit.

    Submission Requirements

    • Minimum Qualifications
    • Has Proposer has been providing similar services for a minimum of four (4) years within the last seven (7) years? (required)
    • Account manager has a minimum of two (2) years of experience within the last five (5) years in providing account services? (required)
    • Please confirm your firm is registered with System for Award Management (SAM) (required)

      SAM.gov

    • What is the registered Business Name and Unique Entity ID (UEI) No.? (required)
      • UEI number can be obtained by registering your business through SAM.GOV
      • Should you be in the process of obtaining your UEI number, please enter the digits ‘123’ temporarily for your response below in order to proceed with proposal. This temporary number should be replaced with the correct registration number for submission of the proposal.
    • Procurement Preference for Local Businesses and Local Non-Profits
    • Is the Proposer a "Local Business"?

      As Defined by Chapter 2.89.020 of the San Mateo County Ordinance Code, a “Local Business” means any for-profit business which has its principal place of business, or is headquartered, in San Mateo County. If this designation applies to the proposer, a self-attestation form must be completed and provided with this response. 

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload. If this designation is not applicable, please leave blank. 

    • Is the Proposer a Non-Profit? (required)

      A Non-Profit is defined as a tax-exempt public charity organization (within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code) that is formed for purposes other than making a profit, is exempt from paying federal income taxes on the income generated for their exempt purposes. 

    • Is the Proposer a "Local Non-Profit"

      As Defined by Chapter 2.89.020 of the San Mateo County Ordinance Code, a “Local Non-Profit" means a tax-exempt public charity organization (within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code) that is formed for purposes other than making a profit, is exempt from paying federal income taxes on the income generated for their exempt purposes, and has its principal place of business, or is headquartered, in San Mateo County. If this designation applies to the proposer, a self-attestation form must be completed and provided with this response. 

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload. If this designation is not applicable, please leave blank.

    • Is the Proposer a Local "Small" or "Micro" Business?

      As Defined by Chapter 2.89.020 of the San Mateo County Ordinance Code:

      “Small Business” means any business which holds a Small Business Certification awarded by the California Office of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Services (OSDS).

      “Micro Business” means any Small Business certified by the OSDS which is automatically designated by the OSDS as a Micro Business due to gross annual receipts falling below the OSDS-designated dollar amount.

      If the above designations apply, please provide the OSDS provided Certification ID. 

      If this designation is not applicable, please leave blank. 

    • Is the Proposer a Local "Small" or "Micro" Non-Profit?

      As Defined by Chapter 2.89.020 of the San Mateo County Ordinance Code:

      “Small Non-Profit" means a Local Non-Profit with an annual revenue of $1,000,000 to $2,500,000 according to its most recently filed IRS Form 990.

      “Micro Non-Profit" means a Local Non-Profit with an annual revenue of less than $1,000,000, according to its most recently filed IRS Form 990.

      If the above designations apply, please provide your latest filed IRS form 990. A filing from the last two calendar years is acceptable. 

      If this designation is not applicable, please leave blank. 

    • Technical Proposal
    • Introduction and Executive Summary (required)

      Submit a letter of introduction and executive summary of the proposal.  The letter must contain:

      • Name, title and contact information (email, phone, and address) for representative of proposer that is responsible for communication related to this RFP.
      • Name, title, contact information, and signature of person authorized to obligate firm to perform the commitment contained in the proposal.

      Submission of the letter will constitute a representation by proposer that it is willing and able to perform the commitments contained in the proposal and has not violated the terms of this RFP.

    • Statement of Minimum Qualifications (required)

      Describe how the proposer meets the minimum qualifications as set forth in Minimum Qualifications of this RFP.

      Submission of the Minimum Qualifications checklist is not a substitute for providing a detailed written response.

    • Does your organization have experience service the justice-involved population? (required)
    • Do you have bilingual providers? (required)
    • If yes, what language(s)? (required)
    • How do you and your staff maintain cultural competency? (required)
    • Does your proposal include Library Services? (required)
    • Project Approach: Library Services (required)

      Please provide an overview of how your organization will provide library services for 52 weeks per contract year. How will this service area be staffed, including work hours, location(s), and coverage for planned and unplanned absences? What activities are being proposed for this service area and why? 

    • Performance Measure: Library Services (required)

      Please include at least 1 performance measure for Library Services and describe a plan for how this measure will be tracked and reported.

    • Does your proposal include Chaplaincy Services? (required)
    • Project Approach: Chaplaincy Services (required)

      Please provide an overview of how your organization will provide chaplaincy services for 52 weeks per contract year. How will this service area be staffed, including work hours, location(s), and coverage for planned and unplanned absences? What activities are being proposed for this service area and why? 

    • Performance Measure: Chaplaincy Services (required)

      Please include at least 1 performance measure for Chaplaincy Services and describe a plan for how this measure will be tracked and reported.

    • Does your proposal include Jail Services? (required)
    • Project Approach: Jail Services (required)

      Please provide an overview of how your organization will provide jail services for 52 weeks per contract year. How will this service area be staffed, including work hours, location(s), and coverage for planned and unplanned absences? What activities are being proposed for this service area and why? 

    • Performance Measure: Jail Services (required)

      Please include at least 1 performance measure for Jail Services and describe a plan for how this measure will be tracked and reported.

    • Firm Qualifications (required)

      Attach information regarding background and qualifications, including the following:

      • A brief description of the proposer.
      • A description of not more than three (3) projects similar in size and scope conducted by the proposer, including the client, reference and telephone numbers, primary staff members involved, budget, schedule, and project summary.  Descriptions should be limited to one (1) page for each project.
      • If subcontractors are anticipated, identify them (if known) and provide information on how they will be used.
    • Team Qualifications (required)

      Provide a chart identifying:

          • Project team and reporting structure
          • Lead project manager
          • Role each person will play in the project, including what service area(s)
          • The total number of hours each person will work per week

      Provide a brief description of the experience and qualifications of the project team members, including short resumes if desired.

      Written assurance that the key individuals listed and identified will be performing the work and will not be substituted or reassigned without the County’s prior approval

    • References (required)

      Provide 3 references for each of the following, including the name, address, and telephone number of recent clients (preferably other public agencies):

    • Pricing Proposal (required)

      Complete the Pricing Proposal template for Years 1-3. For each Line Item, specify the Unit Type, Unit Cost, and Quantity. 

      Proposers may provide additional pricing options (e.g., fixed monthly fees) as optional alternatives, but MUST respond to the baseline structure.  Failure to use the Pricing Proposal template provided, or modification of it, may result in rejection of the entire proposal.

    • Agreement term (years) (required)

      Update below if needed.

    • Is there an extension to this agreement? (required)

      Is there an extension to this agreement?

    • Extension (required)

      Modify the extension information below, if needed

    • Will there be a Pre-Proposal Meeting and/or a Site Visit? (required)
    • Include the information that will be covered in the site visit. (required)
    • Require vendors to provide References? (required)
    • References (required)

      How many references are required by the vendor? (Number)

    • Use Electronic Line Item Pricing? (required)
    • Allow vendors to submit Confidential Information? (required)

      In rare circumstances where there is an expectation that proposers will need to submit trade secrets or other confidential information in order to respond to an RFP. 

    • Sample Agreement (required)

    Key dates

    1. July 3, 2026Published
    2. July 31, 2026Responses Due

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